Engineered
Start with the property
Plans, cost records, systems, improvements, materials, and site conditions are evaluated through a property-level engineering process.
A cost segregation study identifies qualifying assets, accelerates eligible depreciation, and provides the documentation and audit support to stand behind the results.
Start with a complimentary Benefit Analysis. See the opportunity first, then decide whether a full engineered study makes economic sense for your property.
A cost segregation study identifies qualifying assets, accelerates eligible depreciation, and provides the documentation and audit support to stand behind the results.
Complimentary analysis · Property-specific estimate · No obligation to proceed
Start with a complimentary Benefit Analysis. See the opportunity first, then decide whether a full engineered study makes economic sense for your property.
The harder part is supporting how every material classification was identified, valued, and documented. The CSA Partners cost segregation study is engineered so the tax position is explainable if the work is ever scrutinized.
Engineered
Plans, cost records, systems, improvements, materials, and site conditions are evaluated through a property-level engineering process.
Documented
Qualifying components are tied to field observations, construction information, asset-level detail, and the methodology supporting the allocation.
Defensible
Classification, valuation, and supporting schedules are assembled so your CPA has a clear record of how the tax position was developed.
Guaranteed
Every CSA Partners study includes 100% no-cost audit support and is backed by the CSA Partners Guarantee.
A defensible study is not a tagline. It is the result of the process behind every classification.
See the CSAP processAn engineering-based cost segregation study does more than apply shorter recovery periods. It identifies, values, and documents qualifying components within the property's depreciable basis.
Tap a recovery period to see how CSA Partners engineering methodology separates and documents qualifying building components.
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*Representative examples are not universal classifications. Illustrative example only. Actual classifications and results depend on the property, use, facts and circumstances, available documentation, and applicable tax law.
A CSA Partners cost segregation study for a 103,745 sq ft Colorado retail center.
Increased year-one depreciation
Detailed engineering. Site-visit verified. Built for a defensible tax position.
Start with the economics. CSA Partners will estimate the potential depreciation benefit before you decide whether a full engineered study makes sense.
Every CSA Partners study is built to establish the property facts, support the tax position, and stand behind the work if it is ever examined.
Property review and asset-level identification establish what is actually in the building.
Construction expertise and valuation methods support the appropriate recovery periods and values.
CPA-ready schedules, methodology, and supporting detail create a clear audit trail.
Audit support keeps CSA Partners involved if the study is questioned.
SiteWizeâ„¢ creates a documented record of the physical property before classifications are finalized, connecting what was observed in the field directly to the engineering analysis.
Measurements and component conditions recorded on the spot.
Visual proof for every position, stored for the life of the study.
Every classification traces back to physical evidence.
CSA Partners
No-Cost Audit Support
A cost segregation study should do more than identify depreciation. It should be built to support the tax position behind it. That is why every CSA Partners study is backed by our audit-support commitment and the CSA Partners Guarantee.
BUT OUR COMMITMENT GOES FURTHER
If a CSA Partners study is audited and a significant depreciation position we identified is ultimately disallowed, we refund the engagement fee.
Applies to the original engagement fee for the study in question and is subject to the terms of the applicable service agreement.
Every CSA Partners engagement includes an engineered cost segregation report, bonus depreciation justification, and full audit support. Choose the level of implementation support that fits the complexity of your property and tax situation.
Core
A rigorous engineering-based study with the core documentation and support behind the tax position.
Designed for
Straightforward properties with an established tax team and limited implementation needs.
Standard
Adds hands-on coordination to help carry the study from engineering analysis into tax implementation.
Designed for
Owners who want additional support coordinating the study with their CPA and depreciation schedules.
Premium
The broadest level of support for more complex assets, ownership structures, and depreciation needs.
Designed for
Complex properties, portfolios, partnerships, and sophisticated ownership structures.
Additional services and fees may apply depending on scope. Your CSA Partners advisor will confirm the appropriate service level before engagement.
Start with a complimentary Benefit Analysis. We’ll estimate the potential depreciation benefit and help determine the appropriate scope before you move forward.
No obligation. Property-specific results depend on facts, documentation, and applicable tax law.
Pricing depends on the property, scope, and level of implementation support required. CSA Partners offers Core, Standard, and Premium service levels so the engagement can match the complexity of your property and tax situation. Every engagement includes an engineered cost segregation report, bonus depreciation justification, and audit support. We start with a complimentary Benefit Analysis so you can review the estimated depreciation opportunity and recommended scope before moving forward.
Basic documentation typically includes the property address and acquisition date, purchase closing statement, current depreciation schedule if available, and building cost information. Construction drawings and detailed cost records are helpful but not always required. If documentation is missing or you are unsure what you have, CSA Partners will work with you to identify what is needed to complete the study.
A cost segregation study does not automatically trigger an IRS audit. When performed with engineering-based analysis and thorough supporting documentation, cost segregation is an established tax strategy addressed in the IRS Cost Segregation Audit Techniques Guide. CSA Partners builds each study with audit readiness in mind and provides 100% no-cost audit support following completion of the study.
A cost segregation study typically takes about 3 to 4 weeks from engagement to final report delivery, depending on property complexity, documentation, and scheduling. The process includes document collection, property analysis, an on-site inspection when applicable, engineering analysis, and preparation of the final report. Expedited delivery is available with qualifying service levels when timing is critical.
CSA Partners combines engineering expertise, construction knowledge, property-specific analysis, and on-site verification when appropriate. Our team uses SiteWize™ technology to capture property-level details and support asset classifications with thorough documentation. Rather than focusing solely on maximizing reclassification, we build each study around accuracy, documentation, and defensibility. CSA Partners also provides 100% no-cost audit support following completion of the study, and every study is backed by the CSA Partners Guarantee.
See what an engineering-based cost segregation study could mean for your property. Start with a complimentary Benefit Analysis from CSA Partners.
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